{"product_id":"panda-cory-catfish-corydoras-panda","title":"Panda Cory Catfish – Corydoras Panda","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tropicflow-product-description\" style=\"max-width: 920px; margin: 0 auto; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- QUICK ANSWER --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border-left: 4px solid #016141; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 0 0 28px 0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 18px;\"\u003eQuick Answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n      The \u003cstrong\u003ePanda Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003ePanda Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e or\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePanda Corydoras\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a small, peaceful freshwater bottom-dwelling catfish known\n      for its cream-colored body and distinctive black panda-like markings. Best kept in groups of\n      \u003cstrong\u003e6 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e, Panda Corys are an excellent choice for peaceful planted and community\n      aquariums with a soft substrate and stable water conditions.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003ePanda Cory Catfish (Corydoras panda)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most recognizable and\n    popular Corydoras-type catfish in the freshwater aquarium hobby. Its pale cream-to-pink body,\n    dark eye mask, black dorsal marking, and dark patch near the base of the tail create the\n    unmistakable panda-like appearance that gives this fish its name.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Peaceful, social, and constantly active along the aquarium floor, Panda Corys are especially\n    enjoyable when kept as a proper group. They spend much of their time exploring the substrate,\n    searching for food, resting together, and interacting with other members of their school.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomy note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species has traditionally been known in the aquarium trade\n    as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras panda\u003c\/em\u003e. Under newer scientific classification, it may also be listed as\n    \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma panda\u003c\/em\u003e. Both names refer to the fish commonly sold as the\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePanda Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INFORMATION TABLE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Panda Cory Catfish Care Information\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin: 18px 0 30px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 520px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background: #016141; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 12px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd; width: 38%;\"\u003e\n            Care Requirement\n          \u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background: #016141; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 12px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Panda Cory Information\n          \u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePanda Cory, Panda Cory Catfish, Panda Corydoras\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            \u003cem\u003eCorydoras panda\u003c\/em\u003e \/ \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma panda\u003c\/em\u003e\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApproximately 1.5–2 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e68–77°F (20–25°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20+ gallons recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6+ Panda Corys\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePeaceful \u0026amp; social\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBottom Dweller\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBeginner-Friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUpper Amazon Basin, South America\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- APPEARANCE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Does a Panda Cory Catfish Look Like?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Panda Cory Catfish are named for their bold black-and-light coloration. The body is generally\n    pale cream, silver, or slightly pinkish, contrasted by a dark marking around the eyes,\n    a black patch on the dorsal fin, and another dark marking near the base of the tail.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    These markings give \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras panda\u003c\/strong\u003e its characteristic panda appearance and\n    make the species easy to identify in a freshwater community aquarium.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BEHAVIOR --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Panda Cory Behavior \u0026amp; Group Size\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Panda Corys are \u003cstrong\u003epeaceful, social fish\u003c\/strong\u003e that should not be kept alone.\n    We recommend keeping a group of at least \u003cstrong\u003e6 Panda Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    Larger groups can display more natural social and foraging behavior when aquarium space allows.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    They spend most of their time near the bottom of the tank but may occasionally swim upward\n    through the aquarium or quickly visit the water surface. Their active group behavior makes\n    them an excellent choice for aquarists looking to add movement to the lower portion of a\n    community aquarium.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TANK SETUP --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Ideal Aquarium Setup for Panda Corydoras\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A \u003cstrong\u003e20-gallon or larger aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a good starting point for a group of\n    Panda Corys. Because they spend so much time searching along the aquarium floor, usable bottom\n    space is especially important.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A \u003cstrong\u003esoft sand substrate or smooth fine gravel\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended. Avoid sharp or\n    abrasive substrate that may damage their sensitive barbels while they forage.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Plants, driftwood, smooth rocks, leaf litter, and shaded areas can create a comfortable and\n    natural-looking environment while still leaving open sections of substrate for the group\n    to explore.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WATER --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Panda Cory Water Parameters\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Panda Cory Catfish generally do well at temperatures around\n    \u003cstrong\u003e68–77°F\u003c\/strong\u003e with a pH of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    More important than constantly adjusting the water to reach a specific number is maintaining\n    a stable, fully cycled aquarium with clean, well-oxygenated water.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Always introduce Panda Corys to an established aquarium with appropriate filtration.\n    Sudden swings in temperature, pH, ammonia, or nitrite can place unnecessary stress on\n    newly introduced fish.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- DIET --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Do Panda Cory Catfish Eat?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePanda Corys are omnivores\u003c\/strong\u003e and should receive a varied diet formulated for\n    bottom-dwelling fish. Quality sinking pellets or wafers can be used as a staple food and\n    supplemented with appropriately sized frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp,\n    daphnia, or bloodworms.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff8e8; border-left: 4px solid #d49a17; padding: 16px 18px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panda Corys should not be purchased simply as aquarium\n    “cleaner fish.” Although they forage for food on the bottom, they still require their own\n    complete and nutritious diet rather than relying only on leftover food from other fish.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TANK MATES --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Panda Cory Tank Mates\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Their peaceful temperament makes Panda Cory Catfish suitable for many freshwater community\n    aquariums. Good tank mates generally include other peaceful species that are compatible\n    with the same temperature and water conditions.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Potential tank mates may include small tetras, rasboras, peaceful guppies, peaceful\n    dwarf fish, and other non-aggressive community species. Avoid large predatory fish or\n    aggressive tank mates that may chase, injure, or prevent Panda Corys from feeding.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHY PANDA CORY --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Why Choose Panda Cory Catfish?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive panda-like black and cream coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeaceful temperament\u003c\/strong\u003e for community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFun, active bottom-dwelling behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExcellent choice for planted freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmall adult size compared with many other catfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEnjoyable social behavior when kept in a proper group\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSuitable for both newer and experienced freshwater fish keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- IMPORTANT BEFORE BUYING --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border: 1px solid #d8e8e2; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 21px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\n      Before Buying Panda Cory Catfish\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Panda Corys are social fish. For their long-term wellbeing and more natural behavior,\n      plan to keep \u003cstrong\u003e6 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than purchasing a single Panda Cory.\n      Make sure your aquarium is fully cycled and that the tank's temperature, water parameters,\n      tank mates, and available bottom space are appropriate before adding them.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Panda Cory Catfish FAQ\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      How big do Panda Cory Catfish get?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Adult Panda Cory Catfish generally reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.5–2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n      making them one of the smaller popular Corydoras-type catfish kept in freshwater aquariums.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      How many Panda Corys should be kept together?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Keep Panda Corys in a group of at least \u003cstrong\u003e6 fish\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are highly social,\n      and keeping a proper group encourages more natural and confident behavior.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What temperature is best for Panda Corydoras?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      A general recommended temperature range for Panda Corys is approximately\n      \u003cstrong\u003e68–77°F (20–25°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Choose tank mates that are comfortable within\n      a compatible temperature range.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Are Panda Cory Catfish peaceful?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. Panda Cory Catfish are generally very peaceful and are best kept with other\n      non-aggressive freshwater community fish.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Do Panda Corys clean the bottom of the aquarium?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Panda Corys naturally forage along the substrate and may eat available food, but they\n      should not be considered a replacement for aquarium maintenance. They require their own\n      sinking foods and regular aquarium care just like other fish.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Is Corydoras panda the same as Hoplisoma panda?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. The Panda Cory has traditionally been known as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras panda\u003c\/em\u003e and is still\n      widely sold under that name. Newer taxonomic classification places the species in the\n      genus \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma\u003c\/em\u003e, making \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma panda\u003c\/em\u003e the updated scientific combination.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FINAL --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 34px; padding: 22px; background: #016141; color: #fff; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #fff; font-size: 23px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\n      Panda Cory Catfish at Tropicflow Aquatic\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Add the charming \u003cstrong\u003ePanda Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e to your freshwater community aquarium.\n      With their iconic panda markings, peaceful personality, and active group behavior,\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras panda\u003c\/strong\u003e are a favorite choice for aquarists who want an attractive\n      and social bottom-dwelling fish.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Tropicflow","offers":[{"title":"1 Fish","offer_id":52687413707050,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Fish","offer_id":52687413739818,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Fish – Recommended","offer_id":52687413772586,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/6237\/5466\/files\/corydoras-panda-cory-cat-fish-3.png?v=1789870340","url":"https:\/\/tropicflow.com\/products\/panda-cory-catfish-corydoras-panda","provider":"Tropicflow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}